Tragically, as the result of a motor vehicle collision, on Wednesday, October 19, 2011 of Lobo and formerly of Cannington in his 66th year. Beloved husband of Judi (Bull) Smith. Dear father of Ashley and Christopher Rasimus of Carlisle. Loving brother of Pauline Laughton of New Malden, England.
Keith enjoyed tinkering with small engine repair and will be missed by his many friends in Lobo who stopped by for a visit at his garage with an engine to fix.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Saturday, October 29th from 12:30 – 1:30 PM, where a memorial service will be held at 2 PM. Cremation has taken place.
Donations to SickKids Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Keith James Smith
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Roger LeBlanc
To Judi and Family,
I can’t believe that Keith has left us. I had known Keith for many years and he was one of the greatest and most popular employees at ULC. Everyone loved Keith as he was one of the most helpful individual.
I will never forget you and Keith.
Roger
Richard King
I have just heard of the passing of someone who hired me at ULC over 32 years ago. I retired in Feb., and only found out through ULC HR. this sad news. On behalf of my wife and myself, I offer my sincere condolences. He was my boss and truly the best I ever had the privilege to work for!
Harold Locke
Dear Judi:
I was stuned to learn of Keith’s tragic accident – he was in his prime and many good years lay ahead for you and your family. He was too young to be taken away from you.
I recall the the happy times we shared together.
I cannot recall how many years I spent working with Keith at ULC but suffice it to say his skills and knowledge were of great benefit to ULC as well as those he worked with.
With my deepest condolencies.
Harold
Dean and Marilyn Beatty
Judi and Family We were shocked to hear of Keith’s untimely death. He will be truly missed. We were always coming to visit you, we will soon. Dean sure misses Keith and often says wish he was living in Cannington to fix any little thing including his old tractors. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Dean and Marilyn
Hank and Sue Ruttan
Keith’s passing is a tragedy that saddens all who knew him. His cheerful and positive attitude to everything was infectious no matter what troubles you had to deal with and just thinking of him has the same effect.
Keith was always eager to help with all sorts of jobs or repairs of anything and if he did not have a solution would go out of his way to find one. It was all too obvious he just enjoyed helping people in whatever way he could.
Since hearing of your loss we have been and still are in disbelief. He is missed!
Our hearts go out to you with our sincerest sympathies.
Hank and Sue
victoria janovski
Judi and family,
My prayers are with you and your family during this time.
I had the pleasure of working with Keith at ULC and I will forever remember his smile and positive attitude.
May you find peace and love in the memories you cherish.
Martin Oughton
I was saddened to hear the loss of Keith.
As we journey through life we are lucky to meet people with special qualities. Keith was one of these individuals and it was an honor to know him and work with him.
His sense of humor and caring were evident every day. His passion and legendary skills for fixing anything will never be forgotten.
My condolences to Judi, Ashley and Christopher
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Martin Oughton
Christine & Peter French
We were shocked and saddened by Keith’s passing. He touched so many and leaves the world poorer for the loss.
Our sincere condolences to Judi, Ashley and Pauline
Mary Welsh
My heart goes out to Judi and the family. Keith embraced life and everyone who was in his life. I am lucky to have known him!
Edouard Lising
My deepest sympathy to Judi & family. It was really a shock to hear the passing away of Keith. I still cannot believe that he is gone. Keith has helped me fixed a number of things – my car, boat, lawn mower & even my washing machine. We often talked about the things he would do after his early retirement. Unfortunately his plans came to an abrupt end.
I miss you Keith.
Ed Lising
Donna Irwin
I was very shock and saddened when I heard about Keith. He was such a good and kind man. Keith helped me numerous times and was always there to give advice. I will remember the good times and laughs we had at ULC. My sincere sorrow to you Judi and Ashley for what you are going through. My prayers will be for you and Keith.
Pam Campbell
Dear Smith family,
I am incredibly saddened to be extending condolences to you all at this time.
I had the pleasure of working with Keith and remember him fondly. He was a happy man who was always smiling. He was a family man who spoke fondly of you all. I can remember him telling me about you all attending a special viewing of “Mr & Mrs Smith”.
I will keep you all in my prayers and can only hope that your memories will provide you with peace and comfort at this time.
Pam
Susan Andresen
Oh Dear Judi I am so sorry to hear this terrible news.
Keith was the kindest, gentlest, most positive soul I ever met and our world is now missing a true gem.
Please accept our condolences and all our thoughts and prayers.
There is nothing anyone can say at this time to make it better, but I hope that knowing how many people love you all and are thinking of you, gives you any extra strength you need today, tomorrow and in the days to come.
Take care and I do hope to see you soon.
With Love from Susan Andresen and Family
Gord
I was very shocked to here of Keiths passsing…Judi and family my condolences…I got to know Keith only for a few months as he would look after our gas station beside your house it is so true of all the good things said about Keith as having only known him a very short time BUT in that time I found him to be very helpful and very friendly he made feel like i have known him for many years.Thanks Keith my life is a little bit brighter having met you.RIP
Phil Cruickshank
Judy, Ashley and Christopher:
Keith always had a smile on his face and that’s the way I’ll always think of him. He enjoyed life to the fullest and seldom let things get under his skin. His life, while too short, was certainly lived for laughter and enjoyment, both of which he did often. He will be missed; our condolences go out to you all.
God Bless.
Phil and Tracy Cruickshank
Dominic Vetere
Dear Judi Ashley and Chris it is a very sad time for all of us here at Dom’s Auto. Our days were that much brighter when Keith and Judi would stop in with young Ashley. Some days we would talk cars, the next family. His bond with Ashley was so genuine it served as an inspiration to me in raising my own daughter.
We have lost a true gentlemen and friend.
Dominic Vetere
Mark & Deborah Darling
Dearest Judi, Ashley and Christopher
It is with a very sad heart I write this message. We remember Keith as a fun loving and jovial person. We always looked forward to his stories and his great sense of humour. The twinkle is his eye reflected the love he had for life and his family. He will be sadly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. He will always be with you in spirit. At this very difficult time please know many are thinking of you and may our thoughts and prayers bring you some strength and comfort.
Mark and Deborah & Family
Tony Crimi
Dear Judy, Ashley and Christopher
I am very saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Keith at ULC for almost 15 years.
Keith always had a smile on his face, and was extremely dilligent and helpful. He took tremendous pride in his work and often “found a way” to make things happen.
He will be truly missed by many.
Tony Crimi
Christopher Ng
I am saddened to learn of Keith passing.
Judi and Ashley, please be strong, and we will keep Keith in our prayers.
Christopher,Isabella Ng
Bruce Paterson
It was truly a sad day hearing about Keith’s passing. I will always remember the great discussions we had over the 25 years that I had the pleasure of working with him at ULC. Keith touched so many people’s lives and will not be forgotten.
With sincere condolences to Judi and family.
Bruce and Pam Paterson
Les&Diane, Casey and Megan Robertson
Dear Judi, Ashley and Christopher, We were shocked to hear of the tragic loss of Keith. We have so many fond memories of our times together. His cheerful smile, sense of humour and engaging personality will always be remembered by those whose hearts he touched. We send our heartfelt condolences. Sincerely, Les, Diane Casey and Megan
Maureen (ex Jordan) & Lloyd McEwan of Lindsay
Dear Judi,
We are stunned! We received the news yesterday from Anthony & Betty.
When I think of Keith I remember a wonderful, helpful, social neighbour, and with you, a part of the family for a while when sadly you were moving away, and later, a frequent visitor with a love of food & fun, I always welcomed your visits. Keith always had that twinkle in his eye, a ready smile and a hearty laugh even when he was the object of the humour. I often think about his innitiation into skiing – he tried it and lived, remember the ‘T’ bar?!
Since the mid ’80s our lives have involved moves and changes and eventually loss of contact.
It was Lloyd who received the news and was shaken even though he didn’t know Keith personally, but only from my stories.
We will continue to think of the good times with you both – happy treasured memories.
I can’t think about Keith without smiling.
Night. Night, God Bless, Keith.
Dear Judi, our thought & hearts are with you and your family
Maueen, Lloyd, Sheryl and Kathy.
Mary Ann Lefebvre
•Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.
My prayers are with Keith’s family and friends at this time of sorrow.
I am sure i speak for all who knew and worked with Keith at ULC.
John Roberts
Dear Judy, Ashley and Christopher
I am so sorry to hear of Keith’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Keith at ULC for over 23 years.
Keith was always pleasant to work with, he took tremendous pride in his work and was one of ULC’s most loyal employees and a good friend.
He will be truly missed.
Brian & Ann Jordan
Dear Judy,
Our hearts are full of condolences for your tragic loss of Keith !
He was a very special person!! one of a kind, we were fortunate to have him as a friend and good pal, he will be sadly missed.
Our Love to you Brian & Ann
Anthony & Betty Tara and Mandy Bingham
What a great shock and loss not only to Judi, Ashley and Christopher but to everyone that knew him. Judi, we feel your pain as well. This was the last thing that we would have expected to hear about Keith, may he rest in peace. He was a gentleman in every sense of the word.
Jim & Janice Paterson
Judi: We are deeply saddened to hear this tragic news. We send you, Ashley and Christopher our heartfelt sympathy. We had many good times in Oshawa together from the days of our mutual prenatal classes through your moves to Cannington and ultimately Lobo. Our thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Jim & Janice
Norma Roberts
My memories of Keith are that he was a happy generous man and I’m sure he will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with his family.
Allan McCartney
This is so sad to hear that we have lost Keith. I remember that he was always friendly and upbeat. When I needed to discuss an issue with Keith, he always had time to listen and chat about whatever solution would work. He would have someone to assist you as quickly as possible.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Al McCartney
Lynda Roy
I was very shocked and saddened to learn of Keith’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family at this difficult time.
Joe Kalra
My heartiest condolences. As a boss for a short time , he was very helpful and friendly. We used to talk about UK., where I spent a few years. Very sad news. May God rest his soul in peace and give courage to bear the loss, to his family.
Norma Dix
Judi and family; please accept my condolences for your loss. In all the years I had the pleasure of knowing Keith he always had a friendly smile and would help you if needed. He was one of only a handful of individuals who sincerely cared about his co-workers at ULC.
Regards;
Norma and Tom Dix
Harold Barnett
I am so saddened to hear of Keith’s passing. Keith was my supervisor and friend at ULC for over 20 years. He always had time to lend a helping hand, and I think of him often.
To Judi and family, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Harold and Lynn Barnett
Karen Hambor
Thinking of the family & friends at this most difficult time.
Karen (worked at McDowell Electric with Dave Graham)
Robert Clement
I meet Keith 32 years ago when I started at ULC as a technician. I couldn’t afford the most reliable vehicle back then but I will always remember his assistance & advise on how to fix my car. He always had a smile on face and a little humor to brighten your day.
My sincere condolences to Judi and the family for their loss.
Peter Higginson
Keith was the epitome of gentleness and capability. Managing the physical operations of a company like ULC called for a huge skill set in handling both the mechanics and the politics of the operation, and Keith managed both with a capability and a pleasant charm that defused conflict and forged resolution.
I am grateful to have worked with him and dismayed that his life has been so curtailed.
My deepest sympathy to Judi, Ashley and Christopher
Dave Graham
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judi, Ashley, Christopher and Pauline. I first met Keith at ULC while still an apprentice electrician in the late seventies. Over the many years since then of coming to know him as a customer, it was very evident that Keith loved his family, people, work and life in general. At the office it was easy to see he had a great sense of humour that was balanced with an amazing talent for understanding all things mechanical and electrical, and yet he conveyed his knowledge to others with such humility and for the simple joy of learning.
He will be missed by so many.
Dave & Judy Graham
Thomas Hancock
So sorry to hear this !!!! Keith was such a friendly, easy going guy. If anything was broken , he could fix it. Keith opened the door for me at ULC. He was my supervisor in the Plant Department. Not only that he was a friend. He was the hands on,get dirty and do the job kind of guy. We didn’t throw too much out. we fixed it or used it somewhere else. I learned a lot from Keith. He will be missed , but not forgotten.
Bruce Roberts
i worked with Keith during my time at Mcdowell Electric, so very sad to hear this news, RIP my friend you will be missed
Don Krusic
It’s hard to believe the news. In all the years I worked at ULC, Keith was always a friendly, and smiling face in the organization.
Our sincere condolences to Judi and the family for their loss.
Ruth and Don
Ralph Parker
I had the pleasure of working with Keith for a few years while at ULC and during that short period of time I got to know him as a thoughtful, conscientious and hardworking individual. I pray for God’s blessings to his family and loved ones at this difficult time.
Brian Murphy
Dear Judi and family
I know that the passing of Keith has been deeply felt by his many friends from ULC. I worked with Keith for over 25 years.
His pleasant personality, his skill with technical matters, and his eagerness to share his knowledge and experience endeared him to his associates.
Those of us who were fortunate enough to have our lives touched by Keith mourn the loss of a friend we can never forget.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Colin Knight
We were so very sorry to hear of Keith’s untimely passing. I had known & enjoyed working with Keith for many years at ULC . Keith had a great sense of humour (very British !!) and we shared many laughs together. My wife , Val had met Keith at a number of the Lab’s functions, and our son Julian ,who had worked at ULC as a summer student also knew and very much liked Keith. Our deepest condolences to Judi, Ashley and Christopher.
RIP, Keith, old friend.
Colin & Val Knight.
Domenic Filardi
It was a great privilege to have known and worked with Keith, he will truly be missed, my thoughts and prayers to his family and I will always remember Keith as the genuinely wonderful man he was.
May God watch over his family and help them through this difficult time.
joe singh
To Judi and family and those who are greatly affected by this loss, I do tender by deepest sympathy to all the bereaved at Keith’s passsing. At this times words are inadequate to express such sorrow but please know I will bear you up in my prayers.
I did work with Keith for at least 20 years and he was just a likely guy. My self and others have learned much from him in terms of fixing engines. He may be gone but he will not be forgotten.
We do not undertand why God took him home but we must trust His omnipotent wisdom as He could see beyond tomorrow. Yes, life will be difficult without him, but let us continue to pray and ask God to give us grace to carry on in time like this.
Once again, I love all of you and may God be with you now and forever.
Blessings,
Joe.
Gil Topppin
I just can’t believe it! Keith, was one of the most friendly, kind,and helpful persons I ever met. I will always remember our many years at Underwriters’ Laboratories of Canada. Regardless of the problem Keith was always there to talk about it and whenever possible give assistance or tell you where to go to get it.
I am so sorry to hear.
Betty and Gil Toppin